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Can a combination of metformin, topamax, (topiramate) phentermine and wellbutrin help you lose weight?

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Dr. Elizabeth Howell answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Possibly but: There are several drug interactions between these 4 medications, and Phentermine and wellbutrin (bupropion) could both increase anxiety significantly. Consult your prescriber and discuss this combination thoroughly with her/him.

Dr Pappas and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 2/28/2016

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